A unique sangodd utsav at Veling, Ponda

Rohan Fernandes

Shri Laxminarasimha Sangodd was held on Tripurari Poornima in Goa.

Devotion and Lights | Sangodd Show | All Pictures Courtesy : Rohan Fernandes

Hundreds of devotees took part in this unique celebration of Sangodd.

Devotion and Lights | Sangodd Show

It was held at Shri Laxminarasimha Temple, Veling, Ponda, Goa.

Devotion and Lights | Sangodd Show

The palanquin carrying the deity was beautifully decorated with flowers and taken around the temple in a procession.

Devotion and Lights | Sangodd Show

Sangodd is basically the platform that is created by tying together two canoes.

Devotion and Lights | Sangodd Show

The deity is then placed in the sangodd and taken around the temple lake.

Devotion and Lights | Sangodd Show

It is a spectacular sight to watch the beautifully-lit diyas.

Devotion and Lights | Sangodd Show

Fireworks are lit from the temple tower which is indeed a beautiful view.

Devotion and Lights | Sangodd Show